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Ukraine Strikes Russian Army Command Post in Occupied Svetlodarsk, Donetsk Region

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has announced a precise strike on the Headquarters of the 3rd Army Corps of the Russian military in the temporarily occupied city of Svetlodarsk, Donetsk region. The strike was confirmed via their official Facebook page.

In a detailed statement, the Ukrainian military revealed that they targeted the enemy’s command post with high-precision weapons. The strike comes as part of a series of attacks on Russian-occupied facilities in the Donetsk region throughout the week. Despite the targeted nature of the operation, Ukrainian forces ensured the safety of local civilians, according to the military’s communiqué.

While the full extent of the damage and potential retaliation from the Russian side remains to be seen, the strike serves as a reminder of the ongoing conflict and Ukraine’s determination to defend its territory. As the international community continues to monitor the situation, the resilience and resolve of the Ukrainian people and their armed forces remain a source of inspiration.

Headline: Russian Forces Seize Six Towns: DeepState Reports Advancements in Ukraine

Subheading: Latest developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict see Russian troops capture key locations.

Article:

Russian occupation forces continue their relentless push into Ukrainian territory, with several key population centers changing hands in the past 24 hours. This comes as the conflict enters its fourth year, with the war’s total casualty toll reaching staggering heights, according to the U.S. Pentagon.

The Russian advance sees striking successes on several fronts. According to DeepState, a reputable monitoring project, Russian troops have seized six towns, three of which lie within the Donesk region of Ukraine, and the remainder in Russia’s Kursk region. Russian occupation forces have reportedly captured Petrопавlovka, Vozdvizzhenka, and Solenoe in the Donesk region, with further seizures in the Kursk region, including Novoiivanovka, Leonidovo, and Alexandriia.

Additionally, Russian forces have made incremental gains elsewhere, pushing into the Dvurechna area in Kharkiv Oblast and advancing in the vicinity of Zapadnyi (Kharkiv Oblast), Kurakhovo, and Yasenove (Donesk Oblast).

Despite these reported developments, it is essential to note that there has been no official confirmation of these events as of yet.

Currently, the battlefield situation appears as follows:

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Meanwhile, Ukrainian military sources reveal a stark reality, with 144 enemy engagements occurring since the start of the day, predominantly on the Pokrovske front, where Russian forces have launched 37 assaults.

U.S. Secretary of Defense, Lloyd Austin, has painted a grim picture of the war’s human cost, estimating Russia’s losses at over 700,000 killed and wounded since the beginning of the full-scale invasion. Categorizing these losses as the most significant experienced by any nation since World War II, Austin predicts Russia’s military expenditure and casualties will continue to rise.

This alarming trend underscores the urgent need for continued international support, as the conflict shows no signs of abating. With each passing day, the human toll of the war demands a united international front in pursuit of a swift and just resolution to the current crisis.

In the face of ongoing volatility and uncertainty, UNIAN will continue to provide comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, ensuring that readers remain informed about the latest developments.

Ukraine‘s Defense Holds Steady in Cuirassovo as Russian Forces Aim to ‘Wipe Out’ Every House

Russian occupation forces are relentlessly targeting residential buildings in Cuirassovo, a city in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine. Ukrainian defenders, however, maintain a stronghold in the western part of the city.

"Russian forces are attempting to destroy every single house, even those that are only one or two stories tall," said Major Victor Treгубов, spokesperson for the Operational-Strategic Group "Hortitsia," during a national telethon. "When a city is completely destroyed, there’s nowhere left to defend. Any house can serve as a defensive position, but if there are no houses left, only scorched earth, defense becomes impossible."

The situation in Cuirassovo is indeed dire, with a significant portion of the city reduced to rubble. Ukrainian forces are holding their ground on the city’s western outskirts, including the strategic power plant located within the city limits.

Despite the heavy destruction, Ukrainian troops continue to inflict losses on Russian forces, targeting their personnel and equipment, and hindering their advance. The resilience shown by Ukrainian defenders in Cuirassovo underscores the nation’s unyielding determination to protect its territory and people from Russian aggression.

Russian Occupying Forces Launch Assaults Across Torez

Torez, a city in the Donetsk region, is the epicenter of heavy fighting as Russian occupying forces escalate their efforts to seize control. The Ukrainian military is fiercely defending the city, with the most intense combat taking place in the central area, microdistrict "Zabalkа," and around the Centralnaya mine, as well as on the city’s northwest outskirts.

Reinforcements from the Russian military, primarily infantry units, have been spotted on the city’s northern and northwestern outskirts. Sources report that these troops are using small groups to infiltrate the city, hiding in the built-up areas and attempting to maintain their positions despite ongoing drone strikes and aerial bombardments by Ukrainian forces.

The dense urban environment and unfavorable weather conditions are aiding the Russian advance. Poor visibility has made it difficult for Ukrainian drones to effectively identify and target enemy positions. This situation is reminiscent of the Russians’ tactics in Avdeevka, another Donetsk city, where they exploited adverse weather conditions to launch assaults.

In response to the Russian push, Ukrainian special forces units are actively conducting building clearing operations to flush out entrenched Russian troops. Despite the challenges posed by the urban setting and weather, Ukrainian forces remain determined to repel the invasion and protect their homeland.

DeepState, a monitoring project, reported that the Russians’ attempts to launch assaults towards Leonidovka and Shcherbinovka have so far been unsuccessful. Ukrainian forces have effectively neutralized these threats, maintaining control over these areas.

Meanwhile, earlier today, Russian propaganda claimed to have seized full control of Kurakhovo, another city in the Donetsk region. However, a spokesperson for the Operational Strategic Group "K Horizon" clarified that the situation is still evolving, with intense fighting ongoing in the western parts of the city.

Title: Pokrovsk under Fire: Residents Face Unrelenting Artillery Strikes as Infrastructure Targeted

In the embattled city of Pokrovsk, residents are grappling with a deteriorating security situation as relentless artillery fire and attacks by FPV drones have become a daily reality. Local authorities have warned that the deliberate targeting of civilian infrastructure by Russian forces is putting the lives of thousands at risk.

"Our safety situation is worsening due to constant artillery shelling, including battles by unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and FPV drones, which have been persistently harassing us," says a local official, who wished to be identified as Dobryak for safety reasons.

Dobryak estimates that there are currently around 7,300 civilians remaining in Pokrovsk, braving the escalating violence. Despite an initial surge in evacuations following the cutoff of gas and electricity supplies around December 12th, when nearly 3,000 people fled in a week, the daily evacuation rate has since slowed to approximately 5-10 people per day.

Russian forces have been actively targeting communal vehicles, according to Dobryak. "They’ve been deliberately targeting small 5-ton trucks that supply stores with food and even bakery vans. It’s cynical. We know these FPV drone operators can see where they’re flying and who they’re hitting," he recounts grimly.

Sadly, these tactics have claimed civilian lives, including a local utilities worker who was killed while commuting to work. Dobryak cautions that while some areas remain unscathed, it’s only a matter of time before they too become targeted.

In the face of this relentless onslaught, some essential services continue to operate. A few stores and pharmacies remain open, and territorial center specialists are urging elderly residents to evacuate. Waste removal and funeral services are also functioning, while communal workers are endeavoring to maintain and even sketchily repair critical buildings.

Dobryak notes that while some communal buildings have been put on standby, most repairs are concentrated in safer areas. In response to power outages, utility employees have set up makeshift heating systems for hospitals.

With the security situation continuing to unravel, Pokrovsk’s remaining residents face an uncertain future, enduring almost daily trauma as they watch their city and its crucial infrastructure come under sustained attack.

Ukraine Condemns Russia for Execution of Captured Soldiers; Red Cross Urged to Intervene

According to the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, a shocking incident has occurred near the village of Neskuchne in Volnovakha district, Donetsk region. Preliminary reports suggest that Russian occupiers executed three Ukrainian prisoners of war, shooting them in the back of the head after binding their hands.

Lyubić reminded the international community that under the Geneva Conventions, prisoners of war are under special protection, prohibiting any form of torture, ill-treatment, or killing. Despite these clear international norms, Russia continues to demonstrate blatant disregard.

"I, as the authorized representative of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine on human rights, once again urgently appeal to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the United Nations. These institutions must condemn this crime and pressure the Russian side to stop such actions," Lyubić stated in his address.

This is not the firstSuch atrocity committed by Russian forces. In another development, former Prosecutor General Andrei Kostin reported that approximately 90% of Ukrainian prisoners detained in Russia are subjected to various forms of torture.

Last year, we also reported that Russian military personnel executed five Ukrainian prisoners of war near the town of Ugledar.

Russian Forces Progress in Donetsk Regions

In an overnight development, the analytical project DeepState revealed that Russian troops have made significant advancements in several populated areas of the Donetsk region.

Russian troops have pushed into the towns of Toretsk, Zolote, Petroوميせ Schwarzkopf basée à New Yorkl, and areas near the villages of Vodyane and Peschane, according to DeepState.

Background:

• Toretsk:-inflammatory fighting continues in the Donetsk city of Toretsk, with the frontline dividing the city in half. Russian forces are employing scorched earth tactics, aiming to destroy both Ukrainian military positions and the city’s infrastructure.
• Scorched Earth Tactics: Occupying forces are particularly focused on destroying multi-story residential buildings, forcing Ukrainian defenders to retreat to cover before reoccupying their positions.

Breaking News: Intense Battle in Toresk, Dnipro Region – Enemy Employing "Scorched Earth" Tactics

UTER, Dnipro Region – Intense, ongoing combat is tearing through Toresk city in the Dnipro region, with the adversary deploying a "scorched earth" strategy to ravage the city’s infrastructure and Ukrainian military positions, a source from the Army informant project DeepState revealed.

Key Facts:

• Battles Encroaching on Civilian Areas: The enemy is relentlessly conducting assaults, utilizing FPV drones, quad bikes, motorcycles, and an abundance of artillery. Ukrainian and Russian forces hold positions within the same buildings, and firefights frequently occur between neighboring rooms.

• Cityanze Morning by the Frontline: Toresk’s city center, in proximity to the ‘Centralna’ mine and the ‘Zabalka’ microdistrict, and near the settlement of Shcherbinivka, are witnessing the heaviest fighting.

• Rubber Meets the Road: The Russians are focusing their efforts on destroying residential buildings, compelling Ukrainian defenders to retreat temporarily before resuming their positions. Ukrainian forces strive to clear buildings, frontlines, and connecting routes from enemy presence.

Quotable:

I.K., commander of the ‘Tsunami’ regiment, codenamed ‘Mansur‘, shared, "They [Russians] have abundant resources, particularly for FPV drones. These are causing significant damage. The enemy is persistently attacking from all directions – north, south, and east – mainly employing quad bikes and motorcycles. We’re fighting nose-to-nose with them right in the city center."

Future Projections:

Toresk’s strategic significance as a gateway to Konstantinovka prompts Russian forces to escalate their assault intensity. Experts anticipate the adversary will continue pressing their advantage in the cities of Kurakhove, Toresk, and Chasiv Yar.